1. Consider the following statements about Karnataka’s groundwater status as per the 2024 study:
1. Bengaluru Urban district has crossed 100% groundwater extraction.
2. Karnataka’s statewide average extraction is above 70%.
3. The ‘Water is Future’ project covers over 500 Gram Panchayats.
4. AI-based monitoring is planned for more than 40,000 lakes.
Which of the statements are correct?
A) 1 and 2 only
B) 1, 3, and 4 only
C) 2, 3, and 4 only
D) All of the above
2. Consider the following statements about the revised Anna Bhagya scheme in Karnataka:
1. BPL families will continue to receive 5 kg rice under NFSA.
2. The new Indira Kit includes pulses, sugar, salt, and cooking oil.
3. The modification increases the state’s monthly expenditure compared to the previous model.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
A) 1 and 2 only
B) 1, 3, and 4 only
C) 2, 3, and 4 only
D) All of the above
3. Which of the following Indian states have a formal period leave policy as of 2025?
1. Karnataka
2. Bihar
3. Odisha
4. Maharashtra
Select the correct answer:
A) 1 and 2 only
B) 1, 3, and 4 only
C) 1, 2, and 3 only
D) All of the above
4. Consider the following statements regarding Karnataka’s “Water is Future” campaign:
1. The KC Valley Project channels treated wastewater to lakes in Kolar and Chikkaballapur districts.
2. The campaign targets the rejuvenation of over 1,018 lakes annually.
3. Karnataka faces water scarcity in 144 out of 227 taluks.
4. Only authorised borewells are being used in the state.
Which of the above statements are correct?
A) 1, 2, 4
B) 1, 3, 4
C) 2, 3, 4
D) 1, 2, 3
5. Consider the following statements about the draft Shram Shakti Niti, 2025:
1. It proposes a universal, portable social security system integrating EPFO, ESIC, e-SHRAM, PMJAY, and state welfare boards.
2. It aims to increase female labour participation to 50% by 2030.
3. It emphasizes AI-driven labour governance and predictive analytics.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
A) 1 and 2 only
B) 1, 3, and 4 only
C) 1 and 3 only
D) All of the above
6. The International Solar Alliance (ISA) platform helps India in:
1. Showcasing renewable energy expertise globally.
2. Supporting electricity connectivity in African and island nations.
3. Funding solar projects in developed countries.
Which of the statements is/are correct?
A) 1 and 2 only
B) 1, 3, and 4 only
C) 1 and 3 only
D) All of the above
7. Regarding mud volcanoes in India:
1. Baratang hosts India’s only mud volcano.
2. Mud volcanoes contribute to hot water springs.
3. Barren Island is a mud volcano located near Baratang.
Which of the statements is/are correct?
A) 1 and 3 only
B) 1, 3, and 4 only
C) 1 and 2 only
D) All of the above
8. The Dr. Kalayya Krishnamurthy National Award recognises contributions in:
1. Horticultural crop research
2. Genetic improvement of crops
3. Value chain development in tropical horticulture
4. Organic farming certification
Which of the above are correct?
A) 1, 2, 4
B) 1, 3, 4
C) 2, 3, 4
D) 1, 2, 3
9.With reference to the National Red List Assessment in India, consider the following statements:
1. It will assess the extinction risk of nearly 11,000 species of flora and fauna.
2. The assessment will follow the methodology of the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) Red List.
3. The initiative will be entirely funded by private conservation organizations.
4. It aims to publish National Red Data Books by 2030.
Which of the statements given above are correct?
A) 1, 2, and 4 only
B) 1 and 3 only
C) 2 and 4 only
D) All of the above
10. Consider the following statements about Indian Radio Software Architecture (IRSA) 1.0:
1. IRSA provides a standardized framework for Software Defined Radios (SDR).
2. IRSA is developed under the Department of Defence Production (DDP).
3. IRSA is India’s first international standard for SDR approved by NATO.
Which of the statements is/are correct?
A) 1 and 2 only
B) 1, 3, and 4 only
C) 1 and 3 only
D) All of the above
